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Swimming through the job pool

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The swamp job. It’s scary, but it happens. The one we trudge through day in and day out, hoping one day to reach dry land. However unfortunate it is to be stuck in a dead-end or unfulfilling position, many people may not even realize they are plodding through the swamp, sinking as they swim. That, or they fear the prospect of change. As college students, we aspire to find … [Read more...] about Swimming through the job pool

Classic movies spook audiences

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While most spend the days leading up to Halloween thinking about their favorite candy or what Halloween costume they are going to wear, don’t forget to leave some time for those classic Halloween movies. There are tons of flicks dedicated to this scary time of year that remain classics, up there with other holiday favorites like “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and “It’s a … [Read more...] about Classic movies spook audiences

All the small things: Saving green

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This week, as Pepperdine’s Center for Sustainability launches its “Commit to Conserve” campaign, I turned to people of our community and asked: “What do you do to stay green?” I have some solid answers to share — and ways you can commit to a “green” lifestyle. “It takes around 3,500 gallons of water to grow the grain necessary to produce two pounds of beef. Taking red meat out … [Read more...] about All the small things: Saving green

Goulding releases sophomore album

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Ellie Goulding returns for her sophomore effort with the Oct. 9 released “Halcyon.”  The English-born songstress burst onto the UK music scene in 2010 with the release of her debut album “Lights.” Goulding ranked in various chart rankings including No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, which proved that she was indeed a rising star in accordance with her winning of the BBC Sound of … [Read more...] about Goulding releases sophomore album